Construction Supervisor

NES Fircroft; Nieder Kostenz; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Site Construction Supervisor / Site Engineer to lead on-site construction and installation for a major Battery Energy Storage System project in Germany. You will work with contractors and project teams to ensure safety, quality, and on-schedule delivery.

The role requires strong coordination, technical oversight, and a solid understanding of drawings, specs, and HSE standards. Prior BESS or renewable energy project experience is highly valued.

Qualifikationen

• Degree or equivalent in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Construction Management.
• Or certified Engineering Technician with site supervision experience.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate day-to-day on-site construction and installation activities.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and project requirements.
• Maintain schedules, budgets, and quality standards while following HSE.
• Participate in site progress meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Track progress and report to Project Manager and Site Management Team.
• Review NCRs, punch lists, and change orders.
• Support inspections, testing, commissioning, and acceptance.
• Maintain site records and documentation throughout the project.

Kenntnisse

BESS supervision

Renewable energy projects

Power generation facilities

Electrical infrastructure

Construction management

Interpret drawings

Stakeholder management

Site safety compliance

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Construction Management

Jobbeschreibung

Site Construction Supervisor / Site Engineer

Position Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Construction Supervisor / Site Engineer to support the successful delivery of a major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project. The role is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all on-site construction and installation activities, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will play a key role in site execution, working closely with contractors, subcontractors, project management teams, and other discipline leads to ensure the safe and effective delivery of project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise day-to-day construction and installation activities on site.
• Monitor works to ensure compliance with approved construction drawings, technical specifications, and project requirements.
• Ensure all activities are executed in accordance with project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Participate in site progress meetings and coordinate activities with contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Track construction progress and prepare regular reports for the Project Manager and Site Management Team.
• Coordinate interfaces between different disciplines and ensure alignment of activities across the project.
• Identify, document, and report site defects, non-conformances, and contractor performance issues.
• Support the preparation and issuance of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), punch lists, and deficiency notices.
• Review contractor variation requests and support the evaluation of change orders and claims.
• Assist with inspections, testing, commissioning support, and acceptance of partial and final project deliverables.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives and support corrective actions to achieve project milestones.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate site records, documentation, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Degree, Diploma, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Construction Management
  • Or a related technical discipline
• Alternatively, a certified Engineering Technician with significant site supervision experience will be considered.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Demonstrable experience supervising construction and installation activities on:
  • Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
  • Renewable energy projects
  • Power generation facilities
  • Electrical infrastructure developments
  • Large-scale industrial construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, quality control, and commissioning processes.
• Excellent knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations and best practices.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation.
• Strong coordination, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced project environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficient reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.
• Right to work in Germany
• Fluency in German Lnaguage is a plus

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience on utility-scale BESS projects.
• Experience working on renewable energy developments including solar, wind, hydrogen, or energy storage projects.
• Exposure to construction projects within power transmission, substations, or grid infrastructure environments.
• Knowledge of commissioning and energisation activities.
• Familiarity with contractor management and quality assurance processes.

Personal Attributes

• Strong commitment to safe working practices and a proactive safety culture.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Professional, proactive, and solution-oriented approach.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to build positive relationships across multiple stakeholders.
• Results-driven mindset focused on successful project delivery.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.